Chevrolet Tahoe Complaints

10,175 consumer complaints on file.

#11655954April 21, 2025
ENGINE
Bought the 2025 Chevy Tahoe, had about 680 miles on it. 400 of which were from the dealership. Had the pleasure of driving it for a week. Check engine light came on and was told that the transmission valve body had gone bad. The issue regarding that particular transmission has existed since 2019. However the part needed is allegedly on back order, and GM has no idea when they will get that part in.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655839April 21, 2025
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while driving at approximately 45 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment before the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 31,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655659April 20, 2025
SUSPENSION
I have a 2015 Chevy Tahoe LTZ I bought used 10/12/2024 with 100,000 miles on it. I purchased it from a family member that took great care of it. Always garaged and kept up with all the maintenance's regularly. In March of 2025, we noticed how uncomfortable and terribly bumpy it was riding. I looked it up and discovered that many people with this "Magnetic Ride Control" installed on many other vehicles had to replace them. I thought for sure this would have a recall. And to my disappointment, it was not a recall. I had to pay over $3000 dollars to repair this, which I don't have. Can you please look into this and make the manufacture or someone accountable for such a terrible design. Thank you bumpy it was riding. I looked it up and discovered that many people with this magnetic ride control installed on many other vehicles had to replace them. I thought for sure this would have a recall. And to my disappointment, it was not a recall. I had to pay over $3000 dollars to repair this, which I don't have. Can you please look into this and make the manufacture or someone accountable for such a terrible design. Thank you.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655667April 20, 2025
ENGINE
2023 Tahoe with 6.2L gas engine at 29k miles suffered a complete engine failure on a major road at 60mph with no prior warning. We were lucky to be able to get it out of the road safely but it stranded my family. It’s currently at GM dealer waiting for an engine replacement.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655202April 17, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Tailgate opens on its own repeatedly. Has been happening for several months, even when just sitting parked. Afraid it will happen while driving. Will drain battery as well, as it happens constantly.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655301April 17, 2025
POWER TRAIN
While driving and accelerating the transmission malfunctions and wont shift so as I try to accelerate the car stops accelerating and just goes very slow. This put us at risk as cars were coming fast behind us. The problem happened 3 times before taking it to the dealership where they knew exactly what the problem was because it has happened to so many others. The warning light that came on was the engine light and a message that read "Reduced Acceleration Drive with Care"
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655224April 17, 2025
ENGINE
On 2/27/25, I was driving down the highway and the dash stated "push start for engine" and began to lose all power. The engine seized with no other warning. I was able to safely pull over to the side of road and was then towed to the shop. This vehicle has been serviced on a regular basis. It was found that the engine had blown and am still waiting for a replacement.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655116April 16, 2025
ENGINE
My engine is blown at only 80,000 miles. Dealer said bad lifter. I was on the freeway and with no warning I lost power and black smoke. No warning. And now $16,000 to repair. Only 80,000 miles. At 100,000 you change spark plugs. I cannot afford to fix it. I spent 6 years saving up for just the down and now it’s gone. And I could have been very hurt on the freeway and hurt other people. I hope someone can help me.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654918April 16, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle suddenly decelerated to 5 MPH. The message "Deceleration - Warning" was displayed. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission valve had failed and needed to be replaced; however, the part was not available to repair the vehicle. The dealer advised the contact that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer for more than two months. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that the part was not available. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654808April 15, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle pulled to the left very hard, almost causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. The ABS and brake warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the EBCM motor relay circuit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 91,632.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654735April 15, 2025
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
3 Separate Major Problems: 03/23 - 8500 miles. Driving at 70mph on highway, received message on drivers display "Conditions Not Correct For Shift", car went into Neutral, no acceleration possible. Was able to safely get off highway. Stopped car, and restarted, error went away and car was able to be driven further without incident. Chose to not take in for service, 4/23 - 9000 miles. Noticed fluttering noise coming from engine bay when lifting off gas after acceleration. Service eventually found lifter/bearing issue. Whole engine was replaced under warranty. Was without car for 3 months. Further research online found that others experienced the same issue while driving and had engine failure at speed resulting in life threatening driving conditions. 4/25 - 31000 miles. Last weekend, driving at highway speeds and came to traffic standstill in left lane on major highway. Went to accelerate, and received "Conditions Not Correct for Shift" message, car went into Neutral and would not accelerate. Turned car off, and tried to restart and car was stuck in Park. No way to access Neutral, leading to blocking of left lane where cars were approaching and avoiding us at highway speeds. OnStar was notified immediately with the severity of danger stressed (2 adults, 2 children and dog remained buckled in the vehicle). However, CHP took over 1 hour to arrive, shut down highway and somehow was able to start the car one time and get into Neutral for CHP to push car safely to shoulder. Dealership alerted me to failed "Fuel Control Module" To have to 3 major engine related incidents that could have lead to accident or death is unacceptable. Online research shows these issues have been common for this vehicle engine and is absolutely unacceptable. For a driver to not be able to safely engage a Neutral override is absolutely unacceptable. I was informed by the tow truck driver that a special tool was needed and you had to crawl under the vehicle to engage neutral override.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654715April 15, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Purchased vehicle 10/30/2024 with approximately 65,000 miles. 4 months later at 69,100 miles transmission failed and replaced.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654465April 14, 2025
Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness
Summary: The straps on this car seat came loose with a firm pull with my baby already buckled in. Description: On Saturday April 5th, we place our baby in the Britax One4Life ClickTight All-In-One Car Seat. My husband had our baby fully buckled in with the straps tightened when for some reason (thank goodness he did), he gave the straps a pretty firm pull (not holding the strap release lever down) and they loosened up. We were very shocked that this could happen. I also tested it as well and had the same result. This concerning because with a forceful pull on the car seat straps, they came loose. If we had been in some sort of collision and were unaware of this issue, the force of an accident certainly would have loosened the straps which could have had a lethal outcome ever for a minor collision. Because we weren't sure why this was happening with this car seat. We ordered a new car seat from a different manufacturer due to this safety concern. On Monday April 7th I called Britax twice to see if I could get an answer as to why this may be happening. I could not get a live person so I left a voicemail. I also scheduled an appointment for a video call on Wednesday the 9th in an attempt to contact someone. I was able to speak with someone on Wednesday the 9th. The person I spoke with asked me to check if there was any debris under the button to release the strap. with her on the call, I shook the car seat upside down, and vacuumed under the release button. Once that was done, the straps did function again as expected, not loosening with a firm pull. The representative did mention that she had seen this issue before with something even as minor as sand getting stuck under the button. If you have kids, you know how impossible it is to keep car seats completely clean. The seats get dirty from kids being at parks, daycare, in their own back yard, eating snacks, etc.. I believe this is a design flaw of this car seat and it needs to be investigated for safety.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654591April 14, 2025
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
Engine replacement at 13,260 miles due to thrown rods in cylinders 7 and 8 in September 2023. The vehicle is currently at the dealership again at 32,000 miles due to transmission issues. No ETA on replacement parts. Up to date on all maintenance and oil changes.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654228April 12, 2025
ENGINE
Zero warnings. Driving one day and the vehicle started shaking and running very hard even when just in idle. Dealership has determined engine failure, due to piston one failing and braking off into engine. Car has had routine oil changes and maintenance. Has not been inspected by manufacturer. GM is not assisting.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11653847April 10, 2025
STEERING
I had no issues that would hint there was an issue with my power steering. I stopped at a drive thru, and when leaving and crossing 4 lanes to get into a lane, my power steering went out in the middle, driving less than 20 mph. I am very lucky that no cars were coming and I was able to pull into a parking lot that was across the street. My 3 kids were in the car when this occurred, and it seems this is a common occurance. This is a safety issue that needs addressed before someone gets killed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11653948April 10, 2025
POWER TRAIN
There is an unusual lifter/ticking noise coming from the valve covers on my vehicle. The vehicle is scheduled to go to the Chevrolet dealership on the 15th of this month but it sounds like the numerous other GM motors that have the failing lifters.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654000April 10, 2025
ENGINE
Traction control light came on and the vehicle felt like it was going to die/low idle. I took to dealership on 9/13/22 (5months after getting vehicle) and the codes P03000 00 which is an engine misfire, P050D 00 which is cold start rough idle and it was noted by service tech that engine making a clunk and ticking noise. There was a misfire on cylinder 6. They removed the valve cover and the intake valve rocker arm was not moving at all and when the rocker arm was removed they noticed the push rod was also bent. They verified the DFM lifter was collapsed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11653926April 10, 2025
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission valve body had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11653725April 9, 2025
ENGINE
We were driving on the highways, we had to break and the car shut off, we barely made it to the side of the road and the car would not turn over, start, or go in to neutral, which was very unsafe. Had to have it drug on the tow truck since it wouldn’t go to neutral and at the dealer it had 17 codes. The engine seized and they are having to order a new engine.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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